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**This deal is not currently available Cook Island travel tips: know before you go Visas and entryįor entry to the Cook Islands, visitors need a valid passport with at least six months remaining on it and an exit ticket. We stayed a week on Rarotonga, which not only gave us quite a bit of fun but also split up our long haul flight. Pro-tip for passengers flying between Los Angeles and Auckland: Air New Zealand offers Rarotonga as a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Auckland, which means for no additional airfare, you can tack on a bit of tropical paradise. We use Expedia to find the latest airfare deals. Flying to the Rarotonga airport is easy with daily non-stop flights from Auckland (New Zealand) or weekly flights from Sydney (Australia), Tahiti, and Los Angeles (USA). Rarotonga travel guide: getting to the islandĪs a result of being an island far away from pretty much anywhere, there really are only two options: air or sea.

Sun haven rarotonga pro#

Pro tip: If it’s too windy, go to the other side of the island, where you will usually find a calmer day. The chart below also highlights whale watching season from July to October, when humpback whales can be spotted from Rarotonga shores. Overall, July and August tend to bring the largest number of visitors as it encompasses southern hemisphere winter combined with the school holidays in New Zealand and Australia. In contrast, November to March have higher temperatures, greater humidity, and is sometimes referred to as the Rarotonga rainy season. However, April to October is the generally prefered time to visit, with slightly cooler and drier weather. Average temperatures fluctuate only a few degrees from the hottest months to the coolest. Let’s face it, Rarotonga’s climate is tropical and idyllic all year long. However, tap water on Aitutaki is NOT safe to drink. Water: While some articles suggest tap water on Rarotonga is generally safe, we were told to drink only filtered water.Electricity: 240V 50Hz through Type I connectors (same as used in Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, and Uruguay).ATMs: Several located on Rarotonga, and there is an ATM on the island of Aitutaki.Credit cards: Mastercard, Visa, and EFTPOS are widely accepted.Rarotonga currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD) and/or Cook Island coins.English is widely spoken, especially in tourist areas. Language: Cook Island Māori is the official language.Emergency number: Police: 999 Medical: 998.More specifically, they are between Tahiti and American Samoa. Rarotonga is the largest of the 15 Cook Islands, which are located in the South Pacific Ocean about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand. Planning a visit to Rarotonga Where are Rarotonga and the other Cook Islands? We earn from qualifying purchases through partnerships or affiliate programs.